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- Legendary journey between Paris and Istanbul aboard the luxury train Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
- Elegant cabins, gourmet meals, Art Deco atmosphere
- European crossing rich in historic destinations and diverse landscapes
Travel through Europe and enjoy impeccable service between Paris and Istanbul aboard the most legendary luxury train. A historic journey awaits you! The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is available in both Paris-Istanbul and Istanbul-Paris.
Paris
At Paris Gare de l’Est, your train journey to Bulgaria begins. You take your seat aboard the most luxurious of special trains, the Simplon-Orient-Express. The staff welcomes you and settles you into your cabin, where you enjoy a cup of tea as your wonderful luxury train embarks on a journey across Europe. You savor the first gourmet meal prepared by the train’s French chefs.
BUDAPEST
You will enjoy the beauty of the landscapes as your luxury train travels through Hungary.
Your continental breakfast will be served in your cabin, while lunch will be in one of the splendid dining cars. Later, afternoon tea will be served in your cabin.
Upon arrival in Budapest, you will check in to your luxury hotel and enjoy a meal in the city.
SINAIA
BUCAREST
Your luxury train arrives in the mountain town of Sinaia. After breakfast, you will visit the magnificent Peleș Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family. Built in the German neo-Renaissance style, it looks as if it has come straight out of a fairy tale with its pointed roofs and many turrets.
You will return to the train to complete your journey towards Bucharest. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel where you will have lunch. In the afternoon, you will enjoy an exploration of Bucharest before dinner.
DANUBE, BULGARIE
During the morning, your VS Orient Express luxury train will head south and cross the Danube, a natural border, to reach Bulgaria. In the afternoon, there will be a stop to enjoy the charm of the Bulgarian countryside.
Lunch and dinner will be served on board the train, while your extraordinary European journey and train trip continue.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a city tour before spending your last night on board.
ISTANBUL
Early in the morning, your luxury train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian plain.
After breakfast and lunch on board, your VS Orient Express train will arrive in Istanbul.
- Luxury accommodation: Three nights aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train and overnight stays in Bucharest and Budapest
- Exciting excursions: A city tour in Bucharest and Budapest, a cruise on the Danube, and a visit to Peleș Castle in Romania
- Authentic local cuisine: Lunch and dinner in Budapest and dinner in Bucharest
- Sumptuous four-course dinners: Each evening on board the train, indulge in our seasonal table d’hôte menu featuring biscuits, a cheese platter, and chutney
- Continental breakfasts: Served in your cabin each morning for ultimate comfort
- Delicious lunch: While on board the train, enjoy a sumptuous three-course lunch as the world passes by your window
- Dedicated steward service: To attend to all your needs while you relax in style
- The flight / train to the starting point (supplement on request)
- Transfers on Day 1 and Day 6
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tourist city taxes in hotels
Important: on the Paris <-> Istanbul route, the VS Orient-Express offers only two departures per year.
It is essential to book your trip as early as possible, as cabins are often sold more than a year in advance.
Single supplement: 100% of half the cabin price.